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Basic Thyroid Function Test

$680.00

Reservation Deposit: HK$200

Check Up Location:

AM Session: Tsim Sha Tsui, or Jordan.

PM Session: Tsim Sha Tsui only.

*Suite 1424-1425, 14/F, Ocean Centre, 5 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon. ✅ Accept Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme.

*18/F, 238 Nathan Road, Jordan, Kowloon ❌Not Accept: Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme, Octopus Card, WeChat Pay, Alipay HK.

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Basic Thyroid Function Test

Price HK$680 / for person

**For persons under 18, they must be accompanied by a legal guardian for the checkup.**


💡 What is the Thyroid Gland?

The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of the neck. It produces two essential hormones: Triiodothyronine (T3) and Thyroxine (T4). These hormones regulate key bodily functions such as metabolism, heart rate, body temperature, weight control, emotional stability, and energy levels.
When the thyroid produces too much or too little hormone, it can lead to serious health conditions.

Thyroid disorders primarily fall into two categories:
Hormonal dysfunction – where the thyroid produces either an excessive or insufficient amount of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4)
Enlargement of the gland – commonly referred to as a “goiter,” this may involve general swelling of the thyroid or the presence of nodules and lumps

Overactive thyroid function can lead to hyperthyroidism, while underactive function may result in hypothyroidism.


🟥 Hyperthyroidism

Definition: The thyroid gland produces excessive T3 and T4, accelerating the body’s metabolism.

Common Symptoms:

  • Palpitations, hand tremors, insomnia, mood swings
  • Unexplained weight loss despite increased appetite
  • Excessive sweating, heat intolerance, irregular menstruation
  • Enlarged thyroid, pressure in the throat, bulging eyes

Main Causes:

  • Graves’ Disease – an autoimmune condition
  • Thyroiditis due to viral/bacterial infection
  • Excessive iodine intake (e.g., seaweed, kelp)
  • Thyroid nodules or tumors producing excess hormones

🟦 Hypothyroidism

Definition: The thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones, causing the metabolism to slow down.

Common Symptoms:

  • Fatigue, weight gain, Shiver
  • Depression, brain fog, slow reaction time
  • Heavy or irregular menstruation, constipation, dry skin
  • Slow heart rate, hair loss, facial puffiness

Main Causes:

  • Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis – the most common cause, autoimmune related
  • Iodine deficiency or excessive intake
  • Thyroid surgery or radiation therapy
  • Medications such as lithium or anti-arrhythmics

🧬 What Health Risks Can Untreated Thyroid Disorders Cause?

Type Possible Complications
Hyperthyroidism   Atrial Fibrillation,  Heart Failure,  Thyroid Storm,  Osteoporosis, Infertility
Hypothyroidism   High Cholesterol, Cardiovascular Disease, Depression, Infertility, Myxedema Coma

The thyroid is a vital regulator of your body’s metabolic and hormonal balance. Unmanaged thyroid dysfunction can seriously impair your quality of life or even become life-threatening.


🔬 What’s Included in This Test Package?

Test Item Description
1. ✅ Free T3 Measures the level of active thyroid hormone in your bloodstream.
2. ✅ Free T4 Indicates the overall thyroid hormone production.
3. ✅ TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) Assesses pituitary gland function in controlling thyroid activity.

👩‍⚕️ Who Should Get This Test?

  • Those experiencing fatigue, anxiety, palpitations, cold or heat intolerance
  • Individuals with neck swelling or changes in voice
  • Women planning pregnancy or currently pregnant
  • People with a family history of thyroid or autoimmune diseases
  • Individuals with high-stress lifestyles or frequent consumption of iodine-rich foods

📊 Thyroid Disorders in Hong Kong

According to the Hong Kong Cancer Registry, thyroid cancer ranked 9th among the top ten most common cancers in 2022. Based on the crude incidence rate, there were approximately 14 new cases per 100,000 people in the population.
Women are significantly more affected, with a female-to-male incidence ratio of approximately 3.6 to 1.

As early-stage thyroid cancer often presents with no obvious symptoms, regular check-ups are essential for early detection and timely treatment.


Booking Procedure

For more details on the program, please click check-up items.

Basic Thyroid Function Test

Free T4
Free T3
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)